NOW Foods Folic Acid 250 Tablets

What it’s for

Methylation support; Homocysteine metabolism; Cellular energy support; Red blood cell support; Nervous system support

Who it may fit

Adults with low dietary folate intake or those seeking convenient daily B-complex support.

Key actives per serving

• Folate (as folic acid): 1,360 mcg DFE (800 mcg folic acid) (340% DV)
• Vitamin B-12 (as cyanocobalamin): 25 mcg (1042% DV)

How to take

Take 1 tablet once daily with a meal; taking B vitamins with food may improve tolerance.

Diet / Allergen fit

Non-GMO; Vegetarian/Vegan; Kosher; Halal; Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut, or sesame ingredients; Produced in a GMP facility that processes other allergens.

Folate (as folic acid)

Folic acid is converted to active folate coenzymes that donate methyl groups for DNA synthesis and homocysteine-to-methionine conversion.

Caution: Consult a healthcare professional if using high-dose folate alongside medications that affect folate metabolism, as it may alter response; excessive folic acid may also mask signs of low vitamin B12.

Vitamin B-12 (as cyanocobalamin)

Vitamin B12 acts as a cofactor for methionine synthase to remethylate homocysteine and supports red blood cell formation and nervous system function.

Caution: If you have a history of B12 deficiency or follow a strict vegan diet, consider regular intake and monitoring since B12 status influences energy metabolism and nerve health.

How they work together

Folic acid and vitamin B12 work together in one-carbon metabolism, where B12-dependent enzymes use folate-derived methyl groups to convert homocysteine to methionine. This pairing supports efficient methylation processes important for cellular energy and red blood cell production.